Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denton Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Denton Creek Elementary serves the northeast part of Coppell, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Denton Creek Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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School Rankings
Denton Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denton Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
44%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denton Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Denton Creek Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Denton Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Denton Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Creek Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School, Pinkerton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Denton Creek Elementary School?
497 students attend Denton Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Denton Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton Creek Elementary School?
Denton Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denton Creek Elementary School offer ?
Denton Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Denton Creek Elementary School part of?
Denton Creek Elementary School is part of Coppell Independent School District.
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